The 1st Trimester

The first trimester is a little rough and I am convinced that unfortunately, I'm not going to be one of those glowing pregnant women. I am super tired, slightly nauseous most afternoons, and depressed by my constantly growing butt, thighs and stomach. It's pretty early in and I am already starting to not be able to fit into most of my clothes. However, I blame that I the fact that I am so big on the fact that I quit smoking in October and had been steadily putting on weight prior to becoming pregnant.

Aside from the physical symptoms and body changes, I am super excited for the entire pregnancy experience! This is something that I have always wanted and it is finally happening!! I struggle to sleep some nights because my mind is just racing in excitement!! So much plan, prepare and do before the arrival of our new little prince or princess!!

My 8 week photos

Surprise, you're Pregnant!!

Justin and I returned home from our wonderful anniversary vacation in the Dominican Republic last September. I had finally gotten the all-inclusive resort beach honeymoon that I had always wanted and Justin was happy not to have to hear me nag about it anymore. Like he had for the past 7 years!! Now that we had checked the honeymoon off the list, we both realized that we were finally ready for the life changing commitment of a child. We'd had Casey for three years now and had managed to keep him alive and healthy! ;-) We decided that we were ready to start trying!!

We made a go of it until January, when I found out that work would be sending me on a trip to Manila, Philippines in March. So we decided not to try in the month of February. Shortly after returning from my my overseas adventure, March 30th, I started experiencing all of the classic pregnancy signs and took a test to be sure...well...actually I took three that day!! :-) And they were all positive!! It seems to be a trend, that "it" happens when you are not trying or least expecting it. So although we are surprised, we couldn't be happier!!